New England II vs New York City II Stats: Head-to-head Overview
New England II host New York City II at Gillette Stadium on 23 July 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 15:00 UTC in the MLS Next Pro Group Stage. Both sides are firmly in the Eastern Conference playoff picture, adding extra weight to this fixture as they look to consolidate their positions in the Northeast Division.
The standings underline how finely balanced this clash is. New England II sit on 32 points from 17 matches, ranked 3rd in the Northeast Division and 6th in the Eastern Conference, with a strong 11 wins and no draws. New York City II are close behind on 28 points from 16 games, 4th in the Northeast Division and 8th in the Eastern Conference. With both teams tracking toward the MLS Next Pro playoffs, this encounter carries significant implications, and the New England II vs New York City II stats suggest a competitive, high-scoring battle.
Head-to-head record
The record shows a clear edge for New England II in this developing MLS Next Pro rivalry.
- Previous meetings: 5
- New England II wins: 4
- Draws: 1
- New York City II wins: 0
New England II vs New York City II Timeline & Historical Context
The New England II vs New York City II timeline in MLS Next Pro is short but already rich in competitive meetings, all within league play. Every recorded match between the sides has come in MLS Next Pro, with New England II establishing early dominance while New York City II have consistently been competitive on the scoreboard.
The earliest meeting in the record came on 26 May 2024 in MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 14 at Mark A. Ouellette Stadium in Hooksett, New Hampshire. That match finished New England II 3-3 New York City II after extra time, with New England II winning 4-3 on penalties. For head-to-head purposes it counts as a draw, but it set the tone: high scoring, finely balanced, and decided only from the spot.
The 2025 season saw three further clashes. On 26 April 2025 in Regular Season - 9 at Gillette Stadium, New England II beat New York City II 2-1, having been level 1-1 at half-time. On 31 May 2025 in Regular Season - 15 at Belson Stadium, New England II ground out a 1-0 away win over New York City II after a goalless first half. Then on 18 September 2025 in Regular Season - 37, again at Belson Stadium, New England II prevailed 3-1 away, leading 2-0 at the break. Most recently, on 10 May 2026 in the MLS Next Pro Group Stage at Gillette Stadium, New England II edged New York City II 3-2, overturning a 0-1 half-time deficit. Across this New England II vs New York City II timeline, New England II have consistently found ways to win, but New York City II have scored in four of the five encounters and pushed them close.
New England II vs New York City II Head to Head Overall Breakdown
Looking at the New England II vs New York City II head to head overall breakdown, the numbers highlight New England II’s superiority in results and a notable attacking output from both sides.
Overall Record & Goals:
- Total Goals Scored: New England II 12 - 7 New York City II
- Average Goals per Match: New England II 2.40 vs New York City II 1.40
Venue Split Performance:
- At Gillette Stadium: 3 matches played here — New England II won 3 (as home side), New York City II won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
- At Belson Stadium: 2 matches played here — New York City II won 0 (as home side), New England II won 2 (as away side), 0 draws
New England II vs New York City II Last Results: Past Direct Meetings
Here are the New England II vs New York City II last results in recent competitive fixtures:
- 10 May 2026: New England II 3-2 New York City II (Half-time: 0-1) – MLS Next Pro Group Stage
- 18 September 2025: New York City II 1-3 New England II (Half-time: 0-2) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 37
- 31 May 2025: New York City II 0-1 New England II (Half-time: 0-0) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 15
- 26 April 2025: New England II 2-1 New York City II (Half-time: 1-1) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 9
- 26 May 2024: New England II 3-3 New York City II (Half-time: 1-2) – MLS Next Pro Regular Season - 14 (New England II won 4-3 on penalties)
Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown
Last 5 New England II Matches Results and Stats
For New England II, the season-to-date profile in MLS Next Pro points to a high-risk, high-reward side. They have played 17 matches, winning 11 and losing 6, with no draws. At home, they have 7 wins and 4 losses from 11 games, scoring 17 and conceding 16, while overall they average 1.5 goals scored per match and 1.3 conceded. Their form string of “LOLWLW” in the standings reflects inconsistency in short bursts, but the broader season record shows they usually find a way to win, particularly through a productive attack and a willingness to play open games.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 11, Draw 0, Lose 6 (season to date)
Last 5 New York City II Matches Results and Stats
New York City II’s season-to-date numbers show a similarly aggressive approach, with 9 wins and 7 losses from 16 matches and no draws. They have been balanced home and away, winning 5 of 8 at home and 4 of 8 away. Offensively, they average 1.8 goals per match, with 28 scored across the campaign, but they also concede 1.6 per game, reflecting open contests. The form line “WWLOWW” in the standings suggests they come into this fixture with positive momentum, capable of scoring in bunches but still vulnerable defensively.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 9, Draw 0, Lose 7 (season to date)
Historical Statistical Verdict
Historically, New England II hold a strong advantage in this matchup, with 4 wins and 1 draw from 5 meetings and a 12-7 aggregate goal edge. They have been perfect at Gillette Stadium against New York City II and have also twice taken maximum points on the road. At the same time, New York City II have scored in most encounters and have twice pushed New England II to one-goal margins, including a 3-2 thriller on 10 May 2026. Season-to-date form indicates both teams avoid draws and play expansive, attacking football, with New England II slightly more efficient in turning performances into wins and New York City II boasting a marginally higher scoring rate. Overall, the historical and current New England II vs New York City II stats point toward another open, attacking fixture where New England II’s proven head-to-head edge is balanced by New York City II’s improving form and offensive threat.
New England II vs New York City II H2H Statistics updated on 18 July 2026.
